
- Good 20 GBit/s performance
- Compact housing with IP55 certification
- With removable rubber protective cover
- 5 years manufacturer's warranty
- Relatively warm under load
- Slower than most of the competition
Kingston's XS2000 Portable SSD utilizes the speeds of USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 to deliver next-generation performance in a compact external drive. With lightning-fast transfer speeds of up to 2,000 MB/s, the XS2000 enhances productivity with minimal interruption. The XS2000 offers high-speed storage options of up to 2 TB for rapid offloading and editing of high-resolution images, 8K videos, and large documents. The drive is future-proof to keep up with storage demands and is instantly compatible with most devices. It connects via USB-C, allowing content creators to access their data from a PC or mobile device anywhere. Whether switching between work, gaming, and hobby projects, the XS2000 features a detachable, rugged casing and is water and dust resistant thanks to its IP55 certification, making it the perfect companion for photo shoots or outdoor adventures.
Read transfer speed | 2000 MB/s |
Write transfer speed | 2000 MB/s |
Exact USB ports | USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 (2x) |
USB ports | USB-C |
Item number | 16579371 |
Manufacturer | Kingston |
Category | External SSD |
Manufacturer no. | SXS2000/500G |
Release date | 6-9-2021 |
Colour | Silver |
Exact colour description | Silver |
Storage capacity | 0.50 TB |
USB ports | USB-C |
Exact USB ports | USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 (2x) |
Read transfer speed | 2000 MB/s |
Write transfer speed | 2000 MB/s |
Protection type (IP code) | IP55 |
Country of origin | China |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Protective case, USB-C to USB-C cable |
Length | 6.95 cm |
Width | 3.26 cm |
Height | 1.35 cm |
Weight | 28.90 g |
Length | 15.50 cm |
Width | 11.70 cm |
Height | 4.60 cm |
Weight | 118 g |
Product Safety |
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... The SSD is protected against water and dust according to IP55, and the included rubber cover also protects it from scratches. With its small size and the 30-centimetre short USB cable, it also serves as a fast alternative to USB sticks.